Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
broken-heart
noun
/ˈbroʊ.kən hɑrt/
Definition
A broken heart refers to the emotional pain and distress one experiences after the end of a romantic relationship or the loss of a loved one.
Examples
- After her breakup, she felt like she had a broken heart.
- His music often expresses the pain of a broken heart.
- She had to deal with the heavy burden of a broken heart for many months.
Meaning
The term symbolizes deep emotional suffering and sadness often associated with feelings of loss, betrayal, or heartbreak.
Synonyms
- heartbreak
- sadness
- anguish
- sorrow
- despair
